Senior Global Events Manager

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With 11,000+ customers including 58% of the Fortune 500, we’ve only scratched the surface of our ambitions .  Pure is blazing trails and setting records: For nine straight years, Gartner has named Pure a leader in the Magic Quadrant  Our customer-first culture and unwavering commitment to innovation have earned us a certified Net Promoter Score in the top 1% of B2B companies globally Industry analysts and press applaud Pure’s leadership across these dimensions And, our 5,000+ employees are emboldened to make Pure a faster, stronger, smarter company as we go If you, like us, say “bring it on” to exciting challenges that change the world, we have endless opportunities where you can make your mark. SHOULD YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE... Pure Storage is seeking an experienced, energetic and highly motivated senior event manager to drive production and execution of our external Tier 1 events.  The right person has the ideal mix of creativity and logistics, who pays close attention to detail, and knows how to manage all types of events.   The primary function will be managing projects from site selection to event completion. This involves working with various key stakeholders to develop future plans and strategies in a fast-paced, ever changing environment. The secondary functions will include; financial tracking, mentoring/motivating the event team; building / maintaining strong client and vendor relationships. Requirements include: Working with procurement to source, contract, and manage external vendor resources Working with internal resources in the execution of project components handled internally by Pure Storage Ability to execute multi-day conferences including management of meeting space, av, food and beverage and other required components Corresponding with external resources, customers, and other Pure Storage teams and building strong, mutually respectful relationships with clients, vendors and facility representatives Site Selection: establish requirements, conduct research and recommend meeting venues and cities,including on-site visits Using Cvent for sourcing, registration and reporting Complete post meeting activities including, but not limited to event surveys/post-mortems This individual possesses skills in global events .You know how to manage both onsite and digital events and are familiar with different platforms, working with Marketing Operations and the field to drive marketing sourced opportunities. You’ll coordinate global and domestic logistics of programs, including event services, budgets, demos, giveaways, program timelines, and materials needed pre- and post-event. You know how to coordinate global logistics set-up, equipment and catering requirements and are able and willing to travel to provide on-site event support. You have mad skills in simultaneously managing multiple projects with attention to detail, achieving all deadlines, and performing analysis for each event to determine ROI. You have the ability to coordinate with multiple internal and external stakeholders at all levels, balancing a collaborative approach with the right measure of assertiveness and a customer-first attitude.  Mental Outlook. You understand the “show must go on” attitude. Event dates do not move so you are always working to a deadline. This will drive a sense of urgency that you need to be comfortable with as part of your day to day work. WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BRING TO THIS ROLE... Manage large events and roadshows, support on other internal events Developing out of the box ideas and industry leading events Organize and lead regular planning meetings in various time zones with internal teams such as product marketing, corporate marketing, and third-party vendors Manage timelines and deliverables for logistics/creative/marketing teams and ensure critical deadlines are communicated, tracked and met Clearly communicate objectives, project status and updates to team members on a regular basis Prepare and manage budget for events, reconcile invoices/PO in a timely manner to ensure accuracy Create event overview presentation, staff schedule and show survival guide; coordinate staff training Procure, coordinate and manage global third-party vendors such as decorator, A/V, catering, freight shipping, labor/show unions, and show management Manage on-site setup, support during event and breakdown of events; organize and run after hour events and transportation Manage small events and programs dependent on event team needs and calendar in the form of conferences, c-level events, sponsorship programs, roadshows, etc. Qualifications Minimum 10 yrs of experience with a degree or diploma  from an accredited institution Familiarity with digital event platforms and post pandemic in person challenges CMP a plus Program management certification a plus Ability and flexibility to travel up to 15% , and work overtime as needed to attend events and client meetings (including weekends) Proficiency with basic computer programs, including Google Suite Experience with other technologies: Zoom, SFDC, Marketo, Cvent, Mobile event apps   The annual base salary range is: $141,000– $212,000. Salary ranges are determined based on role, level and location. For positions open to candidates in multiple geographical locations, the base salary range is reflective of the labor market across the applicable locations.  This role may be eligible for incentive pay and/or equity.  And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources, and company-sponsored team events - check out  purebenefits.com for more information.  #LI-HYBRID, #LI-ONSITE BE YOU—CORPORATE CLONES NEED NOT APPLY. Pure is where you ask big questions, think differently, and make an impact. This is not just a job, but a place where you have a voice and can accelerate your career. We value unique thoughts and celebrate individuality, and with ample opportunity to learn, develop yourself, and expand into different roles, joining Pure is an investment in your career journey. 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